The Ravages of Time S2 Ep 1 [17] Eng Sub

The young head of the Si Ma Clan, a wealthy and successful merchant family with considerable influence in both political and business circles, is Si Ma Yi. Si Ma Yi has received the mantle of leadership from the clan elders because she demonstrated extraordinary skill at creating money for her clan at a young age. The clan's members work covertly, arranging themselves to optimize earnings regardless of the political environment at the time.They manipulate political situations with the help of a crew of talented mercenary assassins, giving them influence. Notably, these mercenaries are led by Liao Yuan Huo, a well-known "one-eyed" assassin who is generally regarded as the best in the nation, and they have special skills despite their handicap.The story begins with the murder of Dong Zhuo's advisor Xu Lin, who was killed in an attempt to limit Dong Zhuo's power over the several merchant clans.As the narrative progresses, Si Ma Yi and Liao Yuan Huo unwittingly become involved in the late Han Dynasty's wars.Liao Yuan Huo is forced to take on the identity of "Zhao Yun" and work for Liu Bei, while Si Ma Yi falls into Cao Cao's clutches. A widening gap between the two former friends and comrades develops over time.